Lisa Ellen Zeiderman

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Lisa Ellen Zeiderman

4.7
61 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials

150 East 52nd, Suite 1002, New York, NY

About Lisa

Biography

I focus my practice in family and matrimonial law in Manhattan, Westchester and surrounding areas.

Contested divorce, including asset division, custody, child support, visitation.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

I handle complex matrimonial and family law matters involving contested and uncontested divorce, equitable distribution of assets, custody, visitation/access, child support, alimony/maintenance, relocation, modification of support, grandparent visitation and orders of protection.

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Child Custody 25%

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Marriage and Prenuptials 25%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Silver Client Champion
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2017 2016
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 21 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Miller Zeiderman LLP

150 East 52nd, Suite 1002, New York, NY, 10022

mzwnylaw.com

Miller Zeiderman LLP

140 Grand Street., 5th floor, White Plains, NY, 10601

mzwnylaw.com

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Lisa Ellen Zeiderman's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney, Flawless Law Firm - Matrimonial Law

Lisa and her team were extraordinary to work with during my very challenging and arduous divorce process. Responsive, meticulous, ethical and knowledgeable, this firm cared for the well being of my children and me by successfully navigating every challenge and obstacle from planning safe service of d...ocuments through the culmination of the case. I am profoundly grateful for their collective expertise. Due to the specific circumstances of the case, we went to trial. Lisa was impeccably prepared, communicated effectively with me and was unstoppable. Highly recommend!

Posted by Tania | December 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer

Lisa Zeiderman was the one attorney who succeeded in resolving my divorce ordeal that had been dragging on for three years. When other lawyers had thrown in the towel on my the case, she took charge, managing everything with grace and confidence. Her responsiveness is one of her greatest strengths, a...n essential trait in any lawyer. She was always well-prepared and displayed incredible resilience. Truly a formidable force in the legal arena, I felt completely secure with her handling my case. If you're the monied spouse with much to protect, make sure Lisa is on your side from the very start. I wish I had enlisted her from the outset of my divorce proceedings; don't repeat my mistake.

Posted by Alexa | October 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lisa changed my life.

You need trusted counsel when you plunge into the world of Family Court. Especially if your only experience with the judicial system involves weekend syndication binges featuring Olivia Benson. When a family matter necessitates judicial mediation, using the word “intimidating” is a criminal underst...atement. It can be terrifying, which is all the more reason why who you choose to represent you matters so profoundly. You need to know, without a doubt, that they will advocate on your behalf veraciously. It’s been 15 years since Lisa Zeiderman represented me in a tumultuous custody case. It was the most difficult and most vulnerable time of my life, but Lisa guided me through it all. Lisa handled my case with an exceptionality that people are very rarely lucky enough to have to fight for them. She is tenaciously versed in her field and demonstrated to me what uncompromising advocacy for another should look like. I was scared—more scared than I’ve ever been—but Lisa knew exactly what to do. She was unyielding. Her confidence gave me strength. The guidance she provided for me, not only as her client but as a petrified young woman, has extended far beyond those moments in Family Court. She fought for me and won me the freedom to define a life for myself and my family where we wouldn’t simply survive but thrive. And we have. I don’t think I will ever be able to express how grateful I am and will always be to her. Lisa, Thank you for helping to change our lives.  Thank you for being an exceptional role model.  Thank you for showing me what it can mean to be a lawyer who changes people's lives for the better.  And thank you for being one of the most supremely strong and intelligent women I had to look up to during such a defining moment in my life. When I graduate from law school in a few years, I hope I can do for another young woman what you have done for me.  Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

You can't find a better lawyer - she's the best!

Lisa is the best in so many ways! Hiring her was one of the my best decisions in my life. Lisa really cared about me and my girls. I had a difficult divorce. My ex challenged the custody of my daughters. Their mental health suffered. I was in a weak position both financially and emotionally. ...Lisa saved me on all fronts and did whatever it took to support me whether it was calls on weekends or nights or going against my ex making him quiver she was so fierce. Lisa achieved a much better settlement than I thought possible. She was prudent with my expenses, has excellent judgment, has a great call on human behavior, and was tough when she needed to be. I am so lucky I found her. She's given me a life I didn't think possible.

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

More than a great lawyer

I cannot say enough positive about Lisa as an attorney and a person. She tremendously navigated many issues for me, including divorce, child custody, and relocation. I felt that she listened to me and understood what was most important to me and best for my situation and ensured those objectives wer...e front and center and reminded me of what was most important when I got distracted by ancillary difficult issues and emotions. I thought her ability to relate and understand was incredible. She is a very accomplished lawyer with excellent negotiation skills and positive interactions with the judges. I found her deep commitment to me and my case to be phenomenal. I appreciated her candor and ability to cut to the chase. I hold her in the highest regard and would recommend her to anyone that wants someone to fight for what is beat for their client.

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Lisa Ellen Zeiderman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anne Glatz

Unknown lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Somair Alam

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Exceptional attorney, dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."

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Nataliya Gavlin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."

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Laurence Schwartz

Child custody lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Lisa Zeiderman immediately conveys a strong presence as an attorney of high acumen, knowledge and ability. Having conferred with her on a family law matter involving parties living apart in Florida and New York, I was very impressed by her and I look forward to working with her in the future."

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Yvette Fallon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Corrigan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I just pray that if my wife ever wants to divorce me she does not go to Lisa. Thank God she has a conflict! Bright, articulate and exactly what you need if you are afraid of the divorce process and want a tenacious advocate to hold your hand and stand as your shield while plodding through an ugly and emotional proceeding. I have witnessed her in action....simply the best!"

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James Sexton

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Lisa is a tenacious advocate for her clients and an excellent attorney. She demonstrates a high level of skill both in the Courtroom and at the negotiating table. Her abilities and integrity place her among the best matrimonial attorneys practicing in Rockland and Westchester today."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Certified Financial Litigator, Founding Member, American Academy of Financial Litigators

2016

Certified Financial Divorce Analyst, Institute for Divorce Financial Alalysts

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

A Managing Partner, Miller Zeiderman Wiederkehr & Schwarz LLP

2006 - 2013

Attorney, Johnson & Cohen LLP

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Amy L. Reiss

Associations

2017 - Present

American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators

Certified Financial Litigator, Founding Member

2016 - Present

Justice Brandeis Law Society, Executive Board

Member

2016 - Present

Association is Divorce Financial Plannets

Member

2012 - Present

Westchester Women's Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member of Legislation Committee of Family Law Section

New York State Bar Association

Member

Women's Bar Association of the State of New York

Member

New York County Lawyers' Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Lecaros v. Lecaros

Relocation granted

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Education

2004

Fordham University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Fordham University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Dress For Success

Financial Empowerment

2013

Basic Matrimonial Practice Program

Discovery

2012

New York State Bar CLE Family Law Section

Establishing Value--Liquid Assets and Investments

2012

Judge for Moot Court Competition at Yale

Moot Court

2011

New York State Bar Association CLE

Equitable Distribution and Maintenance

2011

CLE Lecture

Custody Part II

2010

New York Women's Bar Association

The Boundaries of Electronic Snooping in Divorce

2010

New York State Bar Association

Equitable Distribution and Maintenance

2010

JCC in New York City

Divorce in Challenging Times: Legal and Economic Considerations

2009

New York State Bar Association

Equitable Distribution and Maintenance

2008

New York State Bar Association

Maintenance and Equitable Distribution

Publications

2018

Financially Ever After with Stacy Francis Journeying from a Personal Divorce to a Profession in Divorce

2018

Westchester County Business Journal Davidson honored by law society

2012

2011

NYSBA Family Law Review/co-author with Amy L. Reiss and Danielle Jacobs Divorces, Cyberspace and Discovery; Writing On A Wall May Not Be Private After All

2009

Family Law Review Snooping: What's Legal, What's Illegal

2007

New York Law Journal Utilizing the Lis Pendens in Matrimonial Actions

2005

New York Law Journal Clean Up the Prenup

Languages

English

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